LELA EVANS
McKinney, TX *****
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Industrious Bartender with broad experience in variety of bars. Remains calm and poised in fast-paced environments. Prepared to handle high-volume service situations. Garnish Preparation
Measurement Accuracy
Blending Techniques
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Bar Operations and Logistics
Cash Handling and Management
Handling Difficult Customers
Responsible Serving
Ability to Lift 30 Pounds
Age Identification and Compliance
Professional Service Standards
Supply and Inventory Maintenance
Knowledge of Spirits
Good Conversationalist
Engaging Customers
Cost Control
Stamina and Endurance
Organized and Detail Oriented
Food Sales and Promotion
Banquet Events
Point of Sale Systems
Private Events and Catering
ServSafe Certified
Self-Motivated
Opening and Closing Procedures
07/2022 to Current
AUSTIN AVENUE
Plano, TX
Head Bartender
Managed high volume of shift customers and simultaneously assisted restaurant servers with diverse needs. Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions. Collected and organized daily till totals and tips. Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
Delivered exceptional bar service for special events such as weddings, business conferences and society receptions.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales. Introduced new seasonal and special events menu items to successfully increase monthly sales. Processed above-average daily revenue and consistently met targets for special events and promotions. Maintained list of ride services for inebriated customers to safely transport to destinations. Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques. Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees. Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations. Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management. Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests. 05/2019 to Current
L & B CATERING
Chicago & Dallas, IL
Head Bartender
Delivered exceptional bar service for special events such as weddings, business conferences and society receptions.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits. SUMMARY
SKILLS
EXPERIENCE
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees. Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests. Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests. 02/2019 to 07/2021
HOOTERS
McKinney, TX
Head Bartender
Managed high volume of shift customers and simultaneously assisted restaurant servers with diverse needs. Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions. Collected and organized daily till totals and tips. Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Handled complaints and disputes from customers to promote customer satisfaction. Designed and implemented new cocktails to drive customer interest and sales numbers. Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales. Introduced new seasonal and special events menu items to successfully increase monthly sales. Processed above-average daily revenue and consistently met targets for special events and promotions. Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits. Maintained list of ride services for inebriated customers to safely transport to destinations. Offered seating and other special accommodations to customers according to preferences and dining area volume.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques. Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees. Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets. Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations. Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management. Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase. Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs. Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer. Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards. Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 05/2022 Texas A&M University - Commerce, Commerce, TX
BROKER'S LICENSE : REAL ESTATE 05/2022
Aceable Real Estate School, Dallas, TX
EDUCATION AND TRAINING